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IBA Pioneers Theranostic Advancements, Empowering the Market to Produce Astatine-211

Imaging Technology

Furthermore, an IBA cyclotron Cyclone 70XP , installed in France in 2008, has enabled multiple research programs already. Since its installation in 2008, the cyclotron has enabled commercial activities, but also multiple research programs," said Dr. Ferid Haddad , Managing Director of the GIP Arronax.

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PET/CT predicts brain tumors in melanoma patients

AuntMinnie

“In melanoma patients, identification of those who are at higher risk of brain metastasis occurrence can be crucial as subsequent surveillance and even prophylactic treatment options can be provided,” wrote lead author and nuclear medicine physician Forough Kalantari, MD. The primary tumor Breslow thickness was 6.5

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Nuclear cardiology could face cuts in 2025

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Nuclear cardiologists could see significant reductions in Medicare reimbursements in 2025, according to a leading expert. Phillips, current president of the American Society for Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC), said that the organization has not spoken out against the unbundling process. Despite a proposal by the U.S.

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Martin B. Shirley Executive Vice President Sales, Marketing & Clinical Operations

TTG Imaging Solutions

From January 2008 through June of 2010, he served as Vice President of Sales for DIS. His other professional experience includes regional and territory sales positions at SMV America, a manufacturer of nuclear medicine equipment that was purchased by General Electric, and with Sopha Medical Systems. The post Martin B.

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Martin B. Shirley Executive Vice President Sales, Marketing & Clinical Operations

TTG Imaging Solutions

From January 2008 through June of 2010, he served as Vice President of Sales for DIS. His other professional experience includes regional and territory sales positions at SMV America, a manufacturer of nuclear medicine equipment that was purchased by General Electric, and with Sopha Medical Systems. The post Martin B.

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AuntMinnie 2011: Joint Commission issues alert on medical radiation

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Based on the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) of 2008, the CMS rule will require accreditation of all nonhospital, freestanding facilities that provide advanced diagnostic imaging services, including CT, MRI, PET, and nuclear medicine services.

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Global Radiology CME

2008; 28:255-276. She is excited to pursue a career in Diagnostic Radiology with interests in Interventional Radiology or Nuclear Medicine. She is passionate about research and innovation in medicine and hopes to teach/mentor students in the future. Arch Intern Med. 2000;160(6):797-805. doi: 10.1001/archinte.160.6.797